Based in Chicago, Illinois, photographer Neil John Burger rarely spends much time in his home city as his editorial style of shooting has permitted him to shoot for clients across the globe.

His thought provoking images have transformed simple food shots into feelings of comfort and joy. "It's not that difficult to shoot a plate of food. The true challenge is in making the observer want what they see."

Neil concentrates on shooting for international magazines, cookbooks and advertising clients. Visit his website for more information.